The message: “Having gained independence from imperialist rulers, as a nation we expected a political socio-economic and cultural forward march with a unique national identify, free of colonial shackles. To entrust the future of the nation to minds enslaved by imperialism for more than a century is more dangerous than being under the colonial rule itself.

“Hence, for future progress we need a people with spirits invigorated by national customs values and culture.We could accomplish colossal tasks, similar to those gigantic achievements of other great civilization of the world in the past, by being independent. We are a people ho established our own national identity from the beginning. Therefore, on this auspicious occasion. I would like to emphasize that time has come to build the economy of our country on the foundation of agriculture.

“The common enemies of the progress of national revival are poverty and corruption. We must resolve to eradicate these evils completely.

“Al those patriots who sacrificed their lives for the sake of independence of the nation since the colonial era are commemorated on this occasion with honour an dignity. All the service men and women dedicated to safeguard the freedom and independence of the nation today are also remembered with gratitude.

“It is my wish on this important occasion that all political parties together with all of us will be able to march forward with courage and peace towards accomplishing the ultimate goals of independence”.

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